Paratu means high ground
Paratu was purchased by the current owners as it had a reputation for growing excellent stock. One Stop Ram Shop (OSRS) has owned farms in Makaretu, Raetahi, Pukatutu, Balance (SHB), but Paratu is the most productive, the best.
A versatile flat farm modified for intensive sheep farming. Stock are performance recorded (since 1968) and genetics have been sold throughout NZ, Australia, South and North America and Papa New Guinea. OSRS has a no fertiliser policy. Animal health is excellent. Brassica crops are used over the summer period. Lamb growth rates reach 500gms/day. One grew 893gms/day! Paratu's natural fertility is evident. Client feedback about ram performance and longevity is a pleasure to hear. Cash crops of peas and squash have been undertaken by previous owners, successfully. OSRS has a preference for fodder crops and grass utilisation.
The property has excellent access, metalled laneways and is subdivided by a mix of permanent post and batten fences and seven wire electric fencing.
Aesthetic plantings feature throughout the farm. Paratu is complimented by a 297sqm architecturally designed homestead built in 1994. The home features four bedrooms and guest accommodation along with generous indoor and outdoor family living. It has been completely refurbished following cyclone Gabrielle damage.
A wide range of plantings with native and citrus trees surround a large garden. The lawn and shrubbery have permanent irrigation. The homestead overlooks the farm.
Four bay workshop, cattle and two sheep yards, a woolshed/ ram selling complex is a feature of the farm. Water from a deep well bore supplies farm and house.
Paratu's versatility offers numerous farming options, and is itself an opportunity to own which is seldom available.
Tender closes 12pm Friday 11 December 2026, Bayleys, 26 Takapau Road, Waipukurau (unless sold prior)
A versatile flat farm modified for intensive sheep farming. Stock are performance recorded (since 1968) and genetics have been sold throughout NZ, Australia, South and North America and Papa New Guinea. OSRS has a no fertiliser policy. Animal health is excellent. Brassica crops are used over the summer period. Lamb growth rates reach 500gms/day. One grew 893gms/day! Paratu's natural fertility is evident. Client feedback about ram performance and longevity is a pleasure to hear. Cash crops of peas and squash have been undertaken by previous owners, successfully. OSRS has a preference for fodder crops and grass utilisation.
The property has excellent access, metalled laneways and is subdivided by a mix of permanent post and batten fences and seven wire electric fencing.
Aesthetic plantings feature throughout the farm. Paratu is complimented by a 297sqm architecturally designed homestead built in 1994. The home features four bedrooms and guest accommodation along with generous indoor and outdoor family living. It has been completely refurbished following cyclone Gabrielle damage.
A wide range of plantings with native and citrus trees surround a large garden. The lawn and shrubbery have permanent irrigation. The homestead overlooks the farm.
Four bay workshop, cattle and two sheep yards, a woolshed/ ram selling complex is a feature of the farm. Water from a deep well bore supplies farm and house.
Paratu's versatility offers numerous farming options, and is itself an opportunity to own which is seldom available.
Tender closes 12pm Friday 11 December 2026, Bayleys, 26 Takapau Road, Waipukurau (unless sold prior)
Key features
Land area breakdown
144.1200ha
Dwelling details
1994 built character homestead
Contour
Fertile flats
Current use
A versatile flat farm modified for intensive sheep farming.
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